1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Trooper | 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lamborghini |
| Model | Trooper | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
